Job at Homeland Securtity

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Job Title:Criminal Investigator


Department:Department Of Homeland Security

Agency:National Protection and Programs Directorate

Job Announcement Number:FS-945466-SC-13



SALARY RANGE:
$51,995.00 to $116,562.00 / Per Year

OPEN PERIOD:
Friday, October 11, 2013 to Friday, October 25, 2013

SERIES & GRADE:
GS-1811-09/13

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time - Permanent

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy in the following location:
Chicago, IL United StatesView Map


WHO MAY APPLY:
US Citizens and Status Candidates


JOB SUMMARY:



Secure the Homeland
Proud to Protect



Are you interested in a job where your primary purpose will be to deter, identify and investigate suspected major offenses or violations of Federal law? ? Then consider joining the Federal Protective Service (FPS), National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Come work with the best to prevent and deter terrorist attacks, protect against and respond to potential threats, ensure safe and secure borders, welcome immigrants and visitors, and promote the free-flow of commerce. This mission of the U. S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is carried out every day by the dedicated men and women who answer the noble calling of public service with courage and enthusiasm. With a diverse and critical mission, we lead the unified national effort to secure America. In today's interconnected world, our country's security challenges are constantly evolving. To meet these challenges, DHS fosters a culture that values and promotes diversity, teamwork, flexibility, and innovation.

In Headquarters, we coordinate, plan, and guide the Department's work across all DHS components. You could enjoy a career that includes research, administration and management, legal work, budget and finance, cyber security, infrastructure protection and intelligence analysis. Our services touch every U.S. citizen, and our goal is to secure our country across land and sea. Come join the team who is "Proud to Protect".

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM: All U.S. Citizens and Status Candidates.

More than one selection may be made from this announcement should the need arise.



KEY REQUIREMENTS

•U. S. Citizenship is required.
•Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
•Relocation Expenses WILL NOT be paid.
•Overnight travel of 6-10 nights per month may be required.
•Appointment subject to availability of funds.


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DUTIES:
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•Plan and conduct the complex investigations involving violations of Title 18, United States Code.
•Plan and initiate investigate activities, coordinating investigative reports.
•Represent the agency on external/internal matters pertaining to assigned aspects of investigation.





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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
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To qualify for the GS-09 level, applicants must have one of the following:
Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include activities such as: 1) participate in or conduct criminal investigations; 2) take affidavits from suspects or witnesses; 3) conduct routine surveillance; and 4) prepare reports of routine investigations.



OR


Graduate Education: Successful completion of a Master's degree or two (2) full years of graduate level study (36 semester units or the number of units your school uses to describe two graduate years of academic study) leading to a Master's degree or LL.B., J.D., if related, in a field related to this position.

OR


Combination: A combination of specialized experience and graduate education beyond the first year which equals 100% of the requirement when computed as percentages and combined. To combine education and experience, convert each to a percentage and then add the percentages. Convert the quarter hours into semester hours by multiplying by 2/3rds. To combine education and experience, first take the number of semester hours or equivalent earned towards a graduate degree, in excess of 18 semester hours, and divide by 18 semester hours or equivalent. Then take number the number of months experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.

To qualify for the GS-11 level, applicants must have one of the following:
Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include activities such as: 1) plan and conduct comprehensive criminal investigations following investigative procedures; 2) interview complainants or witnesses; 3) search for, collect, and preserve physical evidence from a crime scene, and 4) participate in writing final reports containing investigative results.



OR

Graduate Education: Successful completion of a Doctorate of Philosophy (Ph.D.) or equivalent doctoral degree, or three (3) full years of progressively higher level graduate education (54 semester units or equivalent) leading to a Ph.D. or LL.M., if related, in a field related to this position.
OR
Combination: A combination of specialized experience and graduate education beyond the first year which equals 100% of the requirement when computed as percentages and combined. To combine education and experience, convert each to a percentage and then add the percentages. Convert the quarter hours into semester hours by multiplying by 2/3rds. To combine education and experience, first take the number of semester hours or equivalent earned towards a graduate degree, in excess of 36 semester hours, and divide by 18 semester hours or equivalent. Then take number the number of months experience and divide by 12 months. Add the percentages together. The total must equal at least 100 percent to qualify.


To qualify for the GS-12 level, applicants must have the following:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include activities such as: 1) plan and conduct investigations related to misdemeanor or felony offenses; 2) analyze criminal complaints and determine appropriate action to be taken; 3) plan and conduct covert and overt surveillance; and 4) interacting with law enforcement officials to ensure effective exchange of accurate crime data and related information.



To qualify at the grade GS-13, you must have the following:

To qualify at the grade GS-13, applicants must have at least one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include activities such as 1) Planning and conducting complex investigations involving violations of Title 18, United States Code, to include homicide, rapes, robberies, aggravated assaults, sexual assaults, and fraud and embezzlement. 2) Planning and conducting covert and overt surveillance including electronic surveillance and monitoring and physical and technical surveillance. 3) Interpreting regulatory guidelines, policies, criminal and administrative statutes, and court decisions to determine procedures and appropriate handling of criminal complaints; and 4) Establishing and maintaining liaison or working relationships with other law enforcement personnel, and dealing with individuals and groups who may be hostile, evasive, or dangerous in order to gain cooperation and exchange information.



Education:

For any college courses, graduate work, research, thesis or other non-descript courses listed on your transcript (such as "Independent Research"), please indicate through your resume or attachment memorandum from an academic professor how each course fulfills the specific education requirement, i.e., state number of semester hours credited, topic of study, grade earned.

NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement). Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/search.aspx. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.

Special Instructions For Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For additional information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ou ... recog.html



Time-in-Grade Requirements: Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the Federal service. All qualifications and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

New employees must serve a one year probationary period.



Essential Personnel: This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, acts of terrorism, or lack of funding. Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations (5 U.S.C. § 7501-7533 and 5 CFR Part 752, as applicable).



Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): Incumbent is subject to work unscheduled duty hours and must be available for unscheduled duty based upon the needs of the agency. Therefore, the incumbent is eligible for Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP) of an additional 25% and is subject to the provisions of the LEAP Act of 1994.



Primary/Rigorous Requirement: Experience in primary/rigorous law enforcement position(s), or equivalent experience outside the Federal government, is a mandatory prerequisite (5 CFR 831.902 & CFR 842.802).



Age Requirement: There is a maximum entry age of the day before your 37th birthday (except for veterans' preference eligibles) for entry into law enforcement office positions. This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officers [5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or 5 U.S.C. 8412(d)] and have a mandatory retirement age of 57. If you are over age 37, you must have been or currently be covered by the special retirement provisions and be able to complete at least 20 years of covered service by age 57. Veterans’ preference eligibles are exempt from this restriction.



Medical Requirements: The satisfactory performance of duties of positions for positions in this series requires moderate to arduous physical exertion including walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 30 decibels at 1000 - 2000 Hz and not exceed 40 decibles at 3000 Hz. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to him/her, or others is disqualifying.



Medical Examination: Prior to appointment, the person selected for this position must be determined physically fit by an authorized government physician to perform strenuous and physically demanding duties; and pass a medical examination reviewed by an authorized government physician. This position may be subject to periodic incumbent examinations in the future.



Drug Test: Must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test result before you can be appointed into this position. After appointment, you may be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

Training Requirement: Incumbent must successfully complete the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center’s Criminal Investigator Training Program, or its equivalent.

Firearms Requirement: You will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties of this position. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such offense. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine and/or imprisonment.



Lautenberg Amendment: This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. A person convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence is not eligible for the position.

Motor Vehicle Operation: Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license. Motor vehicles must be driven and managed in accordance with Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and Federal Protective Services (FPS) policies and guidance.

Mobility Agreement: This position may require the incumbent to be reassigned to a different geographic location. Accordingly, the incumbent will be required to sign a mobility agreement, which will remain in effect while assigned to this position as a criminal investigator.



HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:


Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category. The categories are defined as follows:



Best Qualified – Demonstrates better overall or key knowledge, skills, or abilities for a specific position.

Well Qualified – Possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities which clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position, but does not necessarily meet the definition of best qualified.

Qualified – Meets the minimum qualifications standards, including any selective placement factors, for a specific position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
•KNOWLEDGE OF INVESTIGATIVE METHODS AND TECHNIQUES RELATED TO VIOLATIONS OF TITLE 18, THREAT ASSESSMENT, ANTI-TERRORISM AND PROTECTIVE ACTIVITIES
•ABILITY TO ANALYZE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DATA
•ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE IN WRITING
•ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE ORALLY
Application of Veterans' Preference: Category rating and selection procedures place those with veteran's preference above non-preference eligible within each category. Veterans who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher.



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BENEFITS:
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The Federal Government offers a comprehensive benefits package. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees at

http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/I ... nefits#icc.


OTHER INFORMATION:


Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to GS- 13.

Background Investigation:

This position is a special-sensitive position and the tentative selectee must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for a TS/ SCI clearance as a condition of placement/retention in this position.

Other Information:

This position has been designated exempt from bargaining unit representation under the national security provision of 5 USC Section 7112(B)(6).

All employees are required to participate in Direct Deposit/ Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments.

Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).



HOW TO CLAIM VETERANS PREFERENCE (FedsHireVets.gov):

If you are a Discharged, Non-Disabled Veteran, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 showing character of discharge (Member 4 copy), or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15 . If you don't have your DD-214, you may request it after discharge from the National Archives at www.archives.gov/veterans.

If you are a veteran within 120 days of discharge, you must submit signed documentation from the Armed Forces certifying: 1) your expected release/retirement from active duty, 2) under honorable conditions, 3) your pay grade/rank/rate at time of discharge, 4) dates of active duty service, 5) any campaign or expeditionary medals received, 6) dated within 120 days of your separation.

If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient, or Mother or Spouse of a Disabled or Deceased Veteran, you must submit all additional proof required by the SF15 , and if applicable, a completed SF15. If you don't have your Department of Veterans Affairs letter establishing proof of disability, you may request it at http://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ or call 1-800-827-1000.





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HOW TO APPLY:
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1.
Your Résumé and other supporting documents specified in the Required Documents section below.

2.
A complete Assessment Questionnaire




A complete Application Package must be received by 11:59 PM, Eastern Time, on the closing date of Friday, October 25, 2013.

* To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other documents and complete the assessment questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

* It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

* To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

* To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.



To fax supporting documents you are unable to upload, complete this cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf using the following Vacancy ID FS945466. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

If you cannot apply online:
1.Click the following link to view and print the assessment questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire, and
2.Print this 1203FX form to provide your response to the assessment questionnaire
http://www.opm.gov./forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf and

3.
Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144. Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.




REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:


The following documents are required and must be received by the closing date of this announcement:

1. Your Résumé

2. A complete Assessment Questionnaire

3. Other supporting documents:

- Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable

- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (if applying as a status candidate with current or former Federal service)

Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment, tenure group, grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s over one year old). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. Employees applying with an interchange agreement must provide proof of their permanent appointment. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE.

If you are a displaced Federal employee within in the local commute area of this announcement, you must include ALL the following documents to receive ICTAP consideration for this vacancy:

1. Proof you are a displaced Federal employee under 5 CFR 330.702 . (e.g., one of the following: RIF Separation Notice; Notice of Proposed Removal for Declining a Transfer of Function; Agency certification of inability to place after termination of work-related disability compensation; OPM Notice of Termination of Disability Annuity; or certification of a Military Reserve Technician or National Guard Technician special disability retirement annuity.)

2. SF-50s (Notification of Personnel Action) sufficient to show all of the following : 1) that you held career/career-conditional competitive status in your position of record; 2) the promotional potential of your position of record; and 3) the duty location of your position of record. (NOTE: You may need to submit more than one SF-50.)

3. Most Recent Performance Appraisal (This requirement does not apply if you qualify for ICTAP due to injury compensation or disability annuity).



Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Plan (I/CTAP): To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced or surplus Federal employees must be rated well-qualified or above (or rated at 85 or above under merit promotion procedures) on the rating criteria for this position. For information on how to apply as a CTAP or an ICTAP eligible see www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp





AGENCY CONTACT INFO:


Stephanie H. Carter
Phone: (215)861-3029
Fax: (215)861-3030
Email: STEPHANIE.CARTER@OPM.GOV


Agency Information:
USOPM San Francisco Services Branch
San Francisco Federal Building
90 Seventh Street Suite 13-300
San Francisco, CA
94103 Fax: (215)861-3030



WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:


Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.

You will receive notice via email or by mail, if no email address was provided by you during the application process, once this process is completed (generally 4-6 weeks).


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Agency Information:

USOPM San Francisco Services Branch
San Francisco Federal Building
90 Seventh Street Suite 13-300
San Francisco, CA
94103 Fax: (215)861-3030

Questions about this job:

Stephanie H. Carter
Phone: (215)861-3029
Fax: (215)861-3030
Email: STEPHANIE.CARTER@OPM.GOV

Job Announcement Number:

FS-945466-SC-13

Control Number:

350580900




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